Wanting to get into VFX but I don't know where to start

[mcham3]

I’ve been wanting to try VFX for a while but I’ve been to overwhelmed on where to start.
Is there anything I should know before starting?

I’ve had a few questions.

1. Is there any programs I should or shouldn’t use?
2. What is a good first effect?
3. Is there anything I should avoid when starting? (Stuff like effects that are hard to make or can get frustrating to try and make)
4. Is this the right place to post this kind of thing?

Sorry if I posted this in the wrong place. I really don’t know what I’m doing.

[Mez]

@mcham3

I’ve had a few questions.

1. Is there any programs I should or shouldn’t use?

I think the safest Axiom here would be, if it helps you make the effect - use it!

@mcham3

What is a good first effect?

Make fire.

@mcham3

Is there anything I should avoid when starting? (Stuff like effects that are hard to make or can get frustrating to try and make)

Keeping it very simple… Mindgames. Don’t let the steepness bother you either. Day at a time. If you don’t understand what I mean yet, you will.

@mcham3

Is this the right place to post this kind of thing?

If you want to make VFX that are REALTIME, then yes. If you are here for Rendered VFX, than no.

@mcham3

I really don’t know what I’m doing.

Oh? What’s that. You too?

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